Tauranga City United put six goals past hapless Metro FC in a fine display of polished, attacking football at Links Ave on Sunday.
The 6-0 victory was built on a hat trick from striker Nathan Monne, who took his opportunities well, including one from the penalty spot after he was needlessly tripped on the edge of the box.
The win moved Tauranga two places up the Northern Division 1 table to sixth, which is a fine recovery after a difficult start to the campaign. The Blues have just one loss from their last six fixtures.
Under sunny skies on what is regarded as the best pitch in the league, it was all Tauranga from the opening blast of the whistle.
Some nice midfield touches with the ball played to feet by Steffano Riley and Josh Nelson opened up the Metro defence and it was only a matter of time before the first goal went in.